"See You At San Diego: An Oral History of Comic-Con, Fandom, and the Triumph of Geek Culture"

Erin Hanna, associate professor of cinema studies at the University of Oregon, was interviewed for See You At San Diego: An Oral History of Comic-Con, Fandom, and the Triumph of Geek Culture, which came out on September 6th.  See You At San Diego is a comprehensive chronicle of Comic-Con International and modern geekdom itself as told through countless intimate, hilarious, and often-thought provoking stories by nearly fifty of the most integral members of today’s convention and fandom community.

Hanna’s research explores the intersection of media industries and fans, with a particular emphasis on in-person media events, film and television promotion, and historical fan communities. 

Looking for a fall term course? Space is still available in the following fall term Cinema Studies courses:

• CINE 198: Post Production Workflow
• CINE 410: Cinema Careers
• CINE 410: Cinema and Censorship
• CINE 490: Global Blockbusters

Read the course descriptions below for more information, and check classes.uoregon.edu for updates on seat availability of these courses and others in the major. CINE Majors: Please visit the course list page for the complete list of fall courses and how they satisfy the major.

• Read more about Space is Available for Fall '22 in CINE 198: Post Production Workflow

Cinema Studies Associate Professor Michael Aronson received a Thomas F. Herman Award for Specialized Pedagogy, which recognizes expertise in a specific area of teaching. Aronson is one of seven faculty members to receive a 2022 Distinguished Teaching Award.

“Putting together the time and resources to teach collaboratively can be a real challenge, and so it is extremely gratifying for this type of shared work to be recognized by the award committee and the university.” –Michael Aronson

Erin Hanna, associate professor of cinema studies at the University of Oregon, provides expert commentary in The Washington Post article: "Streaming TV is having an existential crisis, and viewers can tell."

Deadline to Apply:  9:00 a.m. on September 7, 2022

The student Lab Monitor works in the Cinema Studies Lab located in 267 Knight Library.Their primary duties are supervising the lab space and providing assistance for students using computers during open lab times. The Lab Monitor’s other responsibilities include routine cleaning and disinfecting of the space, trouble shooting computer issues, assisting students with production software, and other routine duties.

BendFilm is encouraging students from around Oregon to join them for the 19th Annual BendFilm Festival, which will be held in-person October 6 to 9, 2022. #BendFilmFestival is now recognized by The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences® as one of 64 film festivals in the world (27 festivals in the USA) that is Oscar® qualifying for short films!

Cinema Studies is pleased to host a summer social for UO alumni and faculty in the Los Angeles area on Sunday, August 14th from 4 to 6 pm at Wurstküche Restaurant (625 Lincoln Blvd. in Venice, CA).

Connell's video will be part of the global broadcast of World Athletics Championships events!

From The Oregonian:  With track and field events, Connell says, "It’s a very simple concept. It’s how far can you go, how high can you go, and how fast can someone go.” In his video, Connell was able to emphasize the speed, the height, and balance the branding guidelines with his own concept, as he says. “All the events are inherently cinematic.”  

College can be stressful at times, but have you ever been truly concerned for a friend? Would you feel comfortable expressing your concerns and motivating your friend to get help? It can be difficult to deal with these kinds of issues, but an effective conversation can help more than you think—it can help change someone’s life.